MYRModel Year Report

2004 Mitsubishi Endeavor

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2004 Mitsubishi Endeavor
RENDERED 2026-08-02T12:12:36.845Z

Not enough comparison years on file yet for a fair verdict.

This verdict reflects complaint volume compared to this model's typical year. Recalls and safety issues below apply regardless of the verdict — always check them.

How is this computed?

COMPLAINTS PER YEAR

Complaints per year, Mitsubishi Endeavor Bar chart of distinct NHTSA complaints filed per model year, 2004 highlighted. 2004: 181 complaints 2004 2005: 39 complaints 2005 2006: 19 complaints 2006 2007: 21 complaints 2007 2008: 14 complaints 2008 2009: 0 complaints 2009 2010: 11 complaints 2010 2011: 7 complaints 2011
2004: 181 complaints
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YearComplaints
2004181
200539
200619
200721
200814
20090
201011
20117

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

STRUCTURE 22%

22% of complaints: structure — 40 distinct reports on file.

CRASH INJURY
STRUCTURE 8%

8% of complaints: structure — 14 distinct reports on file.

EQUIPMENT 6%

6% of complaints: equipment — 10 distinct reports on file.

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM 6%

6% of complaints: electrical system — 10 distinct reports on file.

AIR BAGS 6%

6% of complaints: air bags — 10 distinct reports on file.

CRASH INJURY
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TL* THE CONTACT OWNED A 2004 MITSUBISHI ENDEAVOR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING 30 MPH, SHE SWERVED TO AVOID A DEER AND LOST CONTROL OF HER VEHICLE. AS A RESULT, SHE CRASHED INTO SEVERAL TREES AND THE VEHICLE FLIPPED SEVERAL TIMES.

NHTSA ODI report, 20120717

TL* THE CONTACT OWNED A 2004 MITSUBISHI ENDEAVOR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE STOPPED AT AN INTERSECTION, A HEAVY TRUCK CRASHED INTO THE FRONT PASSENGER SIDE OF THE VEHICLE.

NHTSA ODI report, 20120712

SAFETY TIMELINE

R 20040528 — trailer hitches

CERTAIN SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES MAY HAVE BEEN EQUIPPED WITH DEALER-INSTALLED TRAILER HITCH WIRING HARNESS AND CONTROL MODULE. THE ELECTRONIC CONTROL MODULE CAN OVERHEAT.

Remedy: OWNERS ARE BEING REQUESTED TO STOP USING THE HARNESS UNTIL A NEWLY DESIGNED REPLACEMENT IS PROVIDED AND CAN BE INSTALLED BY THE DEALER. THE RECALL BEGAN ON MAY 28, 2004. OWNERS SHOULD CONTACT MITSUB

Campaign 04V197000 — check if this car was fixed

R 20040726 — seats

ON CERTAIN VEHICLES, THE FOOT OF THE DRIVER'S SIDE SEAT RISER MAY DEVELOP A CRACK, RESULTING IN REDUCED STRENGTH OF THE SEAT ANCHORAGE.

Remedy: DEALERS WILL INSPECT THE DRIVER'S SEAT BRACKET TO DETERMINE WHETHER IT REQUIRES REPLACEMENT. IF SO, THE DEALER WILL REPLACE IT WITH A NEW, IMPROVED PART. THE RECALL BEGAN ON JULY 26, 2004. OWNERS S

Campaign 04V279000 — check if this car was fixed

R 20050224 — parking brake

ON CERTAIN SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES, THE PARKING BRAKE PEDAL CABLE LOCK NUT MAY NOT HAVE BEEN TIGHTENED TO THE PROPER TORQUE SPECIFICATION. THE LOCK NUT MAY LOOSEN AND COME OFF, WHICH WILL REDUCE THE E

Remedy: DEALERS WILL INSPECT AND TIGHTEN THE PARKING BRAKE CABLE LOCK NUT, IF NECESSARY FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN FEBRUARY 24, 2005. OWNERS MAY CONTACT MITSUBISHI AT 1-800-222-5500.

Campaign 05V069000 — check if this car was fixed

I 20080129 — PE (closed 20080414)

IGNITION-PARK INTERLOCK SYSTEM

R 20080707 — electrical system

MITSUBISHI IS RECALLING 120,000 MY 2004-2006 ENDEAVOR PASSENGER VEHICLES. DURING VEHICLE USE, THE IGNITION KEY INTERLOCK CABLE (WHICH IS A COMPONENT OF THE INTERLOCK SYSTEM) MAY ALLOW THE INTERLOCKIN

Remedy: DEALERS WILL INSPECT AND CORRECT THESE VEHICLES FOR THE REPORTED CONDITION. THE RECALL WILL BEGIN ON JULY 7, 2008. OWNERS MAY CONTACT MITSUBISHI AT 1-888-648-7820.

Campaign 08V139000 — check if this car was fixed

I 20091230 — PE (closed 20100312)

GASOLINE LEAKS

R 20100705 — fuel system, gasoline

MITSUBISHI IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2004-2010 ENDEAVOR VEHICLES ORIGINALLY SOLD IN OR CURRENTLY REGISTERED IN THE STATES OF CONNECTICUT, DELAWARE, ILLINOIS, INDIANA, IOWA, KENTUCKY, MAINE, MARY

Remedy: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE FUEL FILLER PIPE WITH A NEW IMPROVED PART FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL IS EXPECTED TO BEGIN ON OR BEFORE JULY 5, 2010. OWNERS MAY CONTACT MITSUBISHI AT 1-800-222-0037.

Campaign 10V065000 — check if this car was fixed

R Date not on file — equipment

CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES FAIL TO CONFORM TO THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO.

Remedy: MITSUBISHI CARIBBEAN WILL MAIL A CUSTOMER NOTIFICATION LETTER CONTAINING A WRITTEN DESCRIPTION AND A GRAPHIC OF THE BI-LINGUAL DASHBOARD AIR BAG WARNING LABEL.

Campaign 04V428000 — check if this car was fixed

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

2004 Mitsubishi Endeavor — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for structure issues (40 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for structure issues (14 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for equipment issues (10 reports on file for this year).
  • Verify recall 04V428000 (equipment) has been completed.
  • Verify recall 04V197000 (trailer hitches) has been completed.
  • Verify recall 04V279000 (seats) has been completed.
  • Verify recall 05V069000 (parking brake) has been completed.
  • Verify recall 08V139000 (electrical system) has been completed.
  • Verify recall 10V065000 (fuel system, gasoline) has been completed.
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FAQ

Is the 2004 Mitsubishi Endeavor reliable?

There isn't enough NHTSA complaint data on file yet to give this model year a verdict.

What are the most common problems with the 2004 Mitsubishi Endeavor?

The most-reported component is structure, accounting for 22% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 2004 Mitsubishi Endeavor have?

6 recalls on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-07-11 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.